I live in NM where it is VERY HOT!! I just recently purchased this 8,000 BTU unit and I’m really happy with it! I’m 44 and not in shape at all but I could pick it up and with assistance from my 64 year old mother got it in the window no problem! It was easy to hook up and came with everything I needed. It is doing a great job of cooling down the area and I have zero regrets! I looked at so so many air conditioners. I went with this one because of the brand name. I’m super happy and glad that I did. Fast shipping too! Considering buying another for my mom. It is a bit loud but I don’t care. I just wanted to be cool :)